Meet Casey

Hey friend!

Hi, I'm Casey. I, probably like you, wear many hats. I am a follower of Jesus, wife (married in 1999!) to TJ, mom of four kids (ages 14 and under), the Development Director at my kids' classical Christian school (Fundraisers are fun!), a Certified Personal Trainer, Fitness & Nutrition Accountability Coach, and I live in the best not-so-small-anymore town. My husband and I grew up here and try to invest our time serving our community as much as possible.  Most days you can find me zipping through town in my suburban with all four of my kids in tow.

I started working in the women's fitness industry in 2005 (in case you're trying to figure it out, I'm 44). I am an ACE Certified Personal Trainer, ACE Weight Management Specialist, ACE Fitness Nutrition Specialist and in general just love helping women reach their full potential. I am a firm believer that it's impossible to achieve balance, but what we prioritize matters. 

A few years ago, I completed a strenuous workout and restricted eating program. Meal planning, carb cycling, two hour daily workouts… the whole bit. Honestly, I got in great shape and learned a ton (that's actually what led me to get certified as a personal trainer).

HOWEVER...One night toward the end of the program, my husband pulled out some brownie mix to make after dinner. I literally pleaded with him, in front of all four of our kids, not to make them because I "couldn't have them." Looking back, I can't tell you how much I regret that moment. Not because I missed out on some amazing brownies (he makes the best!) but because I lived out an example that I don't want my kids to follow. The plan eventually ended and the weight slipped back on. (Diets don’t work long term.)

Fast forward to a few years ago. My husband and I were planning a 20th wedding anniversary trip to Hawaii. My dream trip! I knew I wanted to get in better shape before we travelled, but I also knew I wanted to do it in a way that I could set a good example for my kids. So, I started implementing a simple system that allows for more freedom. I started macro mapping, working out in a way that I enjoy (45 mins a day 5 days a week) and stayed on my favorite supplements. It worked. It’s still working (I wear the same size today that I did at the end of that strict program I did!) and now I coach other women how to get the same results.

I don’t eliminate food groups, I don’t work out two hours a day, I don’t count calories, I’m not trapped in a meal plan and I'm not focused on a finish line. I'm living life with a method that allows...life.

What I’ve learned is that women need to know that you can look good and feel good about yourself without saying “I can’t have that” or only allowing yourself to enjoy certain foods on certain days. Six pack abs are not the “be all end all” in life and the restrictive plans that they come with often lead to misery and missing out.

While I may be a small voice in a loud crowd of health and wellness “how-tos”, I’m excited to share with you what I’ve learned and to help those who can hear me. If you are done with dieting but are ready for results, stick around.

Your Friend,